C. L. Fornari's Blog

Why Don’t All Shrubs and Trees Leaf Out at the Same Time?

Sometimes people wonder why some of their shrubs and trees have produced leaves in the spring while others have not. Often, they worry that a plant that hasn't broken dormancy yet is dead. While sometimes it is true that a branch or an entire plant has died and this...

Savoring The Rain

Today's postcard reminds us that whether it's to our liking or not, it's a good policy to not make an enemy of the weather. And if we're talking about a stretch of rainy days, it's really not a good idea to complain, since we depend on the rainfall to keep our plants...

Growing Vegetables in Containers

This afternoon on The Garden Lady I will be interviewing Isabel Branstrom Product Development Manager for PanAmerican Seed, about Kitchen Minis™ We'll be talking about growing smaller vegetables in containers. These plants are not only good for people who have...
Planting on Top of Stumps

Planting on Top of Stumps

If you've got a tree stump - or better yet two or three tree stumps - you've got a great place for growing moss, perennials or annuals. Here are...

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Making A Fake Plant

Making A Fake Plant

There are so many photos of fantastical plants making the rounds on social media. Black Iris with neon-colored veins and white stars...pink Hosta...

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